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LJ 2

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73,182 mi
Last recorded73,182 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ 2
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 73,182 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2025 73,182 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 72,429 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 71,514 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 71,428 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 68,061 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 64,094 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 60,641 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 56,356 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 55,242 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 54,677 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 54,178 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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LJ 2 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ 2, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LJ 2?

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What year was LJ 2 registered?

LJ 2 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is LJ 2 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ 2 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ 2 have outstanding finance?

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